Make a difference.

As a Lighting Technical Specialist, you will support lighting sales teams with technical support of the Company’s LED lighting fixtures and controls solutions using lighting design and technology standards. You will serve as technical expert and act as a specialist in LED lighting and lighting controls products to customers.

In this role you will:

Provide technical and analytical expertise in lighting evaluations/assessmentsIdentify and select lighting and controls productsImplement solutions that meet customer requirements and needsUtilize assessment tools to capture and analyze dataConduct lighting application analysis and simulations to support systems innovationDevelop presentations, proposals, application examples, and technical notes for high performance standardsPerform onsite evaluation of existing buildings, lighting structures and existing lighting performance, and general job site conditions

What you bring to the table:

Minimum 3 years experience in the lighting industry required; 4+ years lighting agency or distribution experience preferred4 year degree requiredCertified Lighting Control Professional (CLCP) or Lighting Certification (LC) preferredKnowledge of lighting fundamentals, lighting products, lighting controls technologies, product offerings, systems and applicationsKnowledge of lighting industry renovation business partners and players (agents, end users, distribution)Knowledge of supplier products, industry products and service trendsKnowledge of applicable marketsKnowledge of SAP, AGI, Visual, AutoCAD, BIM, Revit, and Microsoft Office SuiteOral and written communication and presentation skillsOrganizational and time management skillsCritical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to analyze reports effectivelyAbility to evaluate customer needsAbility to work with all levels within the organizationAbility to develop and implement presentations and proposalsFrequent travel required

Compensation Details: The expected rate of pay for this position is starting at $63,000 annually, depending on experience.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

 

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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